About this episode
"If it means anything to you, I love you." For Episode 360, Brandon and Thomas continue their series on Jukebox Musicals with AN AMERICAN IN PARIS. Listen as they discuss the life of George Gershwin, how Arthur Freed got the rights to make the film, why the movie couldn't be filmed in Paris, and how the musical shocked Hollywood on Oscar night. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Opening - Thomas's Broadway Trip - (00:00:10) Recap of the Jukebox Musical Genre (00:05:36) Intro to An American in Paris (00:10:12) How An American in Paris Got to Production (00:15:36) Favorite Scenes (00:35:03) On Set Life - (01:02:09) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:11:18) What Worked and What Didn't (01:16:41) Film Facts (01:21:44) Awards (01:22:25) Final Questions on the Movie (01:27:55) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:36:20) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast